Solid Joys Daily Devotional

Gain What You Cannot Lose

Jan 8, 2025
Discover the paradox of sacrifice and eternal gain in a life dedicated to frontier missions. The podcast draws inspiration from Jim Elliott’s remarkable journey, illustrating how faith transforms seemingly insurmountable challenges into achievable goals. It emphasizes that God’s promise makes every effort worthwhile, ultimately leading to a life lived in purpose and fulfillment. Tune in to explore the profound wisdom in trading the temporary for the everlasting.
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INSIGHT

No Sacrifice

  • Christ works for us and is for us so much that missionary life isn't sacrificial.
  • Even hardships improve our spiritual health and joy.
ADVICE

Gain True Life

  • Renounce all you have to gain a life that truly satisfies your deepest longings.
  • Count everything as loss compared to serving the King of Kings.
ANECDOTE

Jim Elliot's Sacrifice

  • Jim Elliot and four others were killed while serving as missionaries to the Waorani tribe.
  • Elizabeth Elliot highlighted that he gave what he couldn't keep to gain what he couldn't lose.
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